Careers / Further study

Content

The module will enable students to explore the efficiency and efficacy of ultrasound practice of general medical ultrasound.

Professional practice forms an integral part of the module, thus facilitating the application of theoretical principles to practice.

This module provides the student with an academic foundation in order to undertake the practice of medical ultrasound in a professional manner within an ethical and legal framework. It also includes interpersonal skills, the principles of verbal and written reporting concurrent with approaches to decision making and accurate record keeping.

General content

Applied anatomy, physiology and pathology related to general medical ultrasound practice; role of ultrasound as a screening procedure

Interpretation of biochemical and other invasive or non-invasive screening/diagnostic tests, issues relating to the holistic preparation and care of the patient

Role of ultrasound in the overall management of the patient.

Ultrasound appearances of normal and abnormal anatomy, to include anatomical variants.

Range of ultrasound techniques for external and intra-cavity procedures

Doppler studies

Contrast agents

Complementary and/or alternative imaging techniques

4D Scanning Interpretation and recording of examination data

Safety guidelines, protocols and legislation

Contemporary research and developments in ultrasound

Techniques related to ultrasound imaging of abdominal and pelvic contents

Placement learning includes clinical practice placements are negotiated and organised by the student, but should include a minimum of 15 hours a week of supervised scanning for the duration of the module.

Lectures will be provided by the Course Team and by external clinical specialists. Classroom sessions will also include hands-on scanning supervised sessions and review of cases. Discussion groups will be organised covering a range of relevant topics

Assessment

Assessment for the module incorporates both clinical and academic processes i.e. both cognitive ability and professional competence are assessed (at level M).

A wide range of assessment strategies are employed to ensure that the postgraduate student has acquired the knowledge and understanding, as well as the intellectual, practical and transferable skills for this Programme. The details of the assessments feature in the relevant module handbooks. The assessment strategy of this Programme will thus seek to reflect the learning outcomes of each module.

Component A: Practice-based assessmentThe practice-based assessment consists of the production of a Clinical Portfolio of evidence This portfolio is comprised of:

Memorandum of Understanding

Placement Progress Report (one per month)

Record of clinical experience (minimum number of 100 cases in each area displaying a range of various examinations and pathology)

Evidence of CPD with reflective accounts

Example anonymised reports with images

2 x 1000 word case studies which demonstrates the current use of ultrasound as a diagnostic tool within the area of specialism

4 summative clinical assessments

Departmental scanning protocols

The practice-based assessment is marked as a Pass/Fail. All elements are equally weighted. Further details are in the clinical portfolio handbook.

Component B: Written assignment Consists of a 3,000 word written assignment on a subject relating to the area of specialty being studied. Further details are in the module handbook

Supplementary fee information

Funding may be available to support your learning. Please contact your Trust Education Lead. If you work in the Private, Independent and Voluntary Sector, please contact your employer who will advise you.

Dates

How to apply

You are required to apply online for your CPD modules, which you can take as stand-alone courses or as part of an undergraduate (level 3) or postgraduate (Masters level) programme.

Important:

You will need to download and complete the Clinical Placement Form below. Once this is completed, please upload it onto your CPD Portal. This form will be used to inform the Module Leader of your suitability for the module. Your application cannot be processed until this form has been received.